1998 Toyota RAV4 review from North America
"Great car, I miss it"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Not much went wrong. I did have to replace the timing belt around 120K (though it is recommended at 100 and it had not been done) and the alternator. All other work done (besides when I wrecked it) was routine.
General comments?
I loved this car, it was my favorite car I have ever owned! It drove great (even with 150K) and was the perfect size with all the features I wanted (CD, sunroof, storage space, etc.
The only thing I did not like, was when I took a turn a little too fast, I got the feeling I was on the verge of tipping (though I don't believe I ever was).
I reluctantly sold it to "upgrade" to a station wagon when kids were pending and have often wished I hadn't.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1998 |
| Year of manufacture | 1998 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 110000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 150000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Cavalier |
| Date of Entry | 20th September, 2009 |